Direct answer
Planet Beach runs $12–$35 for the services documented below. That figure comes from 2 separate published amounts, not a single quote. The wider set of charges on this page spans $0–$35 once fees, add-ons and package items are included.
The single most helpful habit is to ask for the service name and the tier together. "Unlimited tanning membership" on its own can map to three different prices on the same menu.
- Working range
- $12–$35
- U.S. market midpoint
- $45 per month
- Basis
- 2 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
Key takeaways
- $12–$35 is the working range for Planet Beach, from 2 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $0–$35 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45 per month.
- Add about 25% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained billed monthly, the annual cost is around $648.
- The largest single variable is service category — uv, spray and wellness services sit on separate ladders.
Published prices from official sources
These 2 lines come from published sources and are grouped by what they actually are. Mixing a cancellation fee into a service price list is how misleading "average" figures come about, so they are separated here.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First service cost | $0 | $0 | — | Planet Beach |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National membership price | $12–$35 | $23.50 | $23 | Official page says prices vary by location |
A single location's menu proves nothing about the chain. Check with the location you intend to book.
Market ranges: what everyone else charges
None of these figures belongs to a brand on this page. They describe the wider market, which is what you need in order to judge a quote rather than just accept it.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited tanning membership | $20 | $45 | $110 | per month | Tier determines bed access and spray inclusions. |
| UV bed - level 2 | $10 | $16 | $26 | per session | Faster bronzing bed. |
| UV bed - level 3 | $15 | $23 | $36 | per session | High-pressure or hybrid equipment. |
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is cheaper; hand airbrush costs more. |
| Red-light session | $15 | $28 | $50 | per session | Wellness service, not a tanning service. |
| 60-minute massage | $70 | $105 | $175 | 60 minutes | Swedish or deep tissue at a day spa. |
National planning ranges. A quote outside these bands is not automatically wrong - check what is included before judging it.
The same service, four different markets
Location is usually the largest single variable. The national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45; the same appointment can land near $31 in a small market and $79 in a top-tier metro. That is a 2.5× spread on an identical service name.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $61–$79 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $50–$59 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $42–$50 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $31–$42 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Derived by applying regional cost-of-doing-business multipliers to the $45 national median. Treat as a sanity check on a quote you have been given.
The variables that move the number
Ask about these when you book, not at checkout. Every one of them is easier to decline on the phone than once you are in the chair.
- Membership tier+$20–$80
Tier decides which categories are included.
- Service category+$10–$45
UV, spray and wellness services sit on separate ladders.
- Add-on product+$20–$80
Lotion and solution upgrades are offered when you book.
Related cost breakdowns: Annual Tanning Cost, Stand Up Tanning Cost and Tanning Lotion Cost.
Is the monthly plan worthwhile?
The honest test is your sensible visit count, not your intended one. Most people overestimate by 30–50%. Take the number below and check it against how you behaved last quarter.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22 / month | $16 | 1.4 visits | 16 visits | $264 | Worth it above 1.4/month |
| $35 / month | $16 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $420 | Worth it above 2.2/month |
| $51 / month | $16 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $612 | Worth it above 3.2/month |
Excludes enrolment and annual fees. Add those before comparing plans over twelve months.
Before signing, test this against your real visit count.
Tipping: the numbers rather than the etiquette
Two rules do most of the work: tip on the service before tax, and tip the person who performed it.
| Gratuity rate | On $20 | On $45 | On $110 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $3 | $6.75 | $16.50 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $3.60 | $8.10 | $19.80 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $4 | $9 | $22 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $5 | $11.25 | $27.50 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- Cash gets to the provider quickest and is still preferred in most independent shops.
- Tip the same on a redo as on the original if the redo was not the provider's fault - and speak to management rather than the provider if it was.
- A tip is for the work performed, not for the price you were charged. Do not penalise a provider for a menu they did not set.
- Holiday tipping is a separate norm from per-visit tipping and is normally a one-off larger amount.
Five ways to overpay without noticing
Every one of these is routine, avoidable and costed. None of them require haggling — only asking one question at the right moment.
- 1Assuming wellness services are included in a tanning plancosts $15–$50
Red light and spa services are normally separate.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Prepare For UV Tanning and Salon Cancellation Fees.
Seven questions that prevent a surprise bill
You do not need to negotiate. You need the price to be stated before the service starts. These questions do that without any awkwardness.
- "What is the exact price for unlimited tanning membership at my hair length and density?"
- "Is removal of my existing product included, or is it a separate charge?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "What add-ons do you normally recommend for this service, and what does each cost?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
And when you pay: read the itemised receipt line by line. Unexpected charges are nearly always fixable at the desk and almost never fixable later.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $22 service does not cost $22.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $22 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $30 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.3% | $1.89 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 20% | $6 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Sensible total | $37.89 | 72% above the menu price |
Worked at a $22 base with one add-on. Swap in your own quote and the proportions hold.
Takeaway: budget $38 when the board says $22. The difference is $16.
Swap in your own base price and run the numbers for your own service.
The real annual cost of keeping this up
The per-visit price hides the real decision. At billed monthly, this service costs about $540 a year including gratuity if you pay national median rates.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $20 | 12 | $240 | — | $240 |
| National median | $45 | 12 | $540 | — | $540 |
| Premium provider | $110 | 12 | $1,320 | — | $1,320 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is effectively compulsory. Deduct it if you track tips apart from service spend.
Before hunting a less expensive provider, look at the interval. One fewer visit annually is about $54 kept; two fewer is $108. Neither costs you any quality.
Worth comparing before you commit
The helpful comparison is like-for-like: same service scope, same provider tier, same market. These pages set the comparisons up that way.
What people want to know before booking
What does Planet Beach cost in 2026?
Budget $12–$35. That is based on 2 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $35.
Is there a price for first service cost?
The published figure for first service cost is $0. Planet Beach. A fixed $0 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Is there a price for national membership price?
The published band for national membership price is $12–$35. Official page says prices vary by location. A $23 gap on one line is normal where locations set their own menus.
How much more than the menu price should I expect?
Add around 27%. On a $24 service that is about $30 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Roughly $648 a year at 12 visits (billed monthly), gratuity included. That figure is far more useful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why can two salons quote such different prices?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $45 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $31 in a small market and up to $79 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Can I book at these prices?
No. Everything here is either an amount published by a source listed below, or a plainly marked U.S. market range. Menus change without warning. Last reviewed August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Listed so you can check the figures yourself. If a source has changed since we recorded it, the correction form below is the fastest way to flag it.
- Official membership pageLocation-specific membership and first-service offer · updated 2026
- Official U.S. brand websiteBrand identity, service scope, location/booking model and official-source gate · updated 2026
- Risks of tanningUV risk facts · updated 2026
- Tanning overviewUV risks · updated 2026
Spotted something out of date? Send a correction and we will re-check the source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Planet Beach cost in 2026?
Budget $12–$35. That is based on 2 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $35.
Is there a price for first service cost?
The published figure for first service cost is $0. Planet Beach. A fixed $0 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Is there a price for national membership price?
The published band for national membership price is $12–$35. Official page says prices vary by location. A $23 gap on one line is routine where locations set their own menus.
How much more than the menu price should I expect?
Add approximately 27%. On a $24 service that is about $30 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Around $648 per year at 12 visits (billed monthly), gratuity included. That figure is far more useful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why can two salons quote such different prices?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $45 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $31 in a small market and up to $79 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Can I book at these prices?
No. Everything here is either an amount published by a source listed below, or a plainly marked U.S. market range. Menus change without notice. Last reviewed August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.